Courses

It gives an introduction to the skills and knowledge to complete simple carvings in relief (2D) and in the round (3D). For those that have experience the course will help build on and improve skills and knowledge through the production of projects of your own choice in discussion with the tutor. In the instance of a Government imposed lockdown, this course will pause until it is able to begin again. No refunds will be made due to a Government imposed lockdown.

This is a Learning for Health and Wellbeing course.
The aim of the course is to increase enjoyment of photography through a practical, purposeful exploration of our surroundings. The course is designed to help you become more confident, creative and fulfilled in using whichever photographing equipment is available to you (DSLRs, compact cameras and phones are all acceptable) while increasing awareness and appreciation for our surroundings.

Photography walks will have a strong outdoor element, as the weather allows, but activities may also be held in an indoor setting. While varying in emphasis on each walk, common themes will be:

· Getting creative with your camera
· Developing visual awareness
· Becoming more confident with camera settings
· Composition techniques
· Thoughtful approaches to photography

There will be demonstrations and explanations and time to explore ideas with your own equipment. Individual guidance and support will be available for practical activities.

The course will appeal to anybody keen on increasing their connection with photography and the outdoors.

In the instance of a Government imposed lockdown, this course will pause until it is able to begin again. No refunds will be made due to a Government imposed lockdown.

The course aims to develop an understanding of the presentation, content, and context of some of the major Greek myths and of the ways in which these might be interpreted. You will acquite a general overview of some of the major Greek myths along with the culture of the world of the Greeks gained through a variety of types of literary and archaeological evidence. You will also develop an awareness of the differences and similarities between the ancient Greek civilisation and our own, and of the influence of Greek mythological tradition. Some of the topics will be covered are: Greek pantheon, Greek heroes (eg. Heracles, Argonauts), Greek and Roman conception of the myths, Modern interperetations of the myths.

‘In the instance of a Government imposed lockdown, this course will pause until it is able to begin again. No refunds will be made due to a Government imposed lockdown.

The aim is to provide you with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere to encourage you to paint. Enabling you to progress at your own pace and gain more confidence in your skills and ability, whilst exploring a wide range of drawing and painting techniques The course will cover a step-by-step guide to basic painting and drawing techniques, how to make marks and create images, using wet and dry materials and techniques, styles and themes of the works of major artists.